Bristol, Tennessee - Virginia

There aren't many cities in the world where you can stand in the middle of town and have a foot in two different states. But Bristol Virginia-Tennessee is such a city. Noted for its breathtaking natural beauty, rich music heritage, NASCAR racing, Miles of wilderness trails, Bristol is the perfect place to spend a vacation. Bristol is a small town in the Blue Ridge Mountains, and is the gateway to some of the world famous trails such as the Appalachian Trail, the Virginia Creeper Trail, the Trans-America National Bicycle Trail, the Iron Mountain Trail, the Daniel Boone Heritage Trail, the Crooked Road Musical Heritage Trail, Virginia's Birding and Wildlife Trail, and lies within a short distance of hundreds of miles of other hiking, horse, and biking trails. Bristol is becoming a major tourist destination for those seeking a way into the wilderness. We invite you to visit us, relax on the porch of our Vacation Villa, ride a bike through our forests, walk beside a mountain stream, and make yourself at home.

Have your dream family vacation here.....

This one of a kind Vacation Villa on a large private estate offer a high degree of seclusion. No People, No buildings, nearby. Surrounds with Mountains & a hidden valley with private hiking trails, Fresh Water Streams with bathing holes right at your doorstep.

Built high on side of a mountain hidden beneath a canopy of trees, this retreat is surrounded by the Abrams Falls Creek with Spectacular Views & Soothing Sounds. Indulge yourself with joyful birdsong with the sound of Creek flowing over the rocks.

During the summer there is bounty of Berries, fruits & Flowers, Wild Life, Butterflies & birds throughout the property.

Come and enjoy this beauty of God's creation merged with man's ingenuity!

Available to rent as One, Two or Three Bedroom combinations with private entrances & keyless door locks.

Near by Attractions........

* Bristol Motor Speedway - Bristol Motor Speedway is known as the World’s Fastest Half Mile and more than a million visitors come each year to experience the thrill of racing at BMS. Crowds of 200,000 and more show up for events like the March and August NASCAR Races and BMS also host NHRA events at the Bristol Drag way, also known as “Thunder Valley.”

* Virginia Creeper Trail - The Virginia Creeper Trail is a 26 mile trail that is dedicated to walking, biking and horseback riding in just a few minutes’ drive to nearby Abingdon, VA. This old railroad line is now a fully maintained scenic trail and is a great way to enjoy the local region's mountain and four season weather.

* South Holston Lake – There are opportunities for fishing and boating on this 24 mile long man-made lake created by the Tennessee Valley Authority. While there don't miss to visit the nearby South Holston Dam & Recreation Area.

* Damascus – Located near Bristol for biking on the Creeper Trail by providing shuttles to nearby White Top Mountain.

* Mount Rogers National Recreational Area - The heart of the NRA, the high country contains over 25,000 acres of the highest lands in Virginia. The Mount Rogers NRA manages approximately 20,000 acres of the high country and 5,000 acres are managed by Grayson Highlands State Park. There are over 400 miles of designated trails on the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Trails range from primitive single-track to old logging roads and railroad grades. Some are for foot only, others allow horse and/or bicycle use.

* Barter Theatre - Barter Theatre has been providing professional entertainment for the region through live theatre productions since being founded in 1933. The famous theatre is recognized as the State Theatre of Virginia and features shows for both, children and adults as well as an annual Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights.

* Birthplace of Country Music - The Birthplace of Country Music Alliance, based in Bristol, TN/VA, is dedicated to calling attention to the crucial role played by artists from East Tennessee, Southwest Virginia, and the southern Appalachian region in country, bluegrass, and other musical avenues which have been nurtured by this region. Attending not only to the past, BCMA has developed programs which address this musical heritage in the present and promote its continuation into the future.

Picture gallery

Welcome to our Photo gallery. All of the pictures were taken at the property, and in the Surrounding Tri-City area. Hopefully these photos convey the sense of awe and enjoyment that we have of our area and how fortunate we are to be part of this landscape in the Blue Ridge. These pictures hopefully will want to make you travel to this area. And if you do, please think of our Vacation Villa.

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What an amazing vacation! The beauty found near and around this property is abundant.....wildlife, rolling hills, mountains, lakes, trails....peaceful and unhurried. The home was perfect! Wonderful views!!!! There were many quaint places to shop and interesting places to visit. Can't wait till the next retreat!